Thunder Rolls! The World of Blind Baseball

Thunder Rolls! The World of Blind Baseball

  • Overview
  • Cast
  • Crew

Status

Released

Release Date

Oct 7, 2023

Runtime

1h 37m

Genres

Family, Documentary

Original Title

Thunder Rolls! The World of Blind Baseball

Production Companies

Thundervision Films

Director

Robert Arnove

Description

How can individuals who are blind and visually impaired play baseball? This documentary tells the story of how this is possible. When the rules of a game are changed, appropriate technologies are applied, and opportunities are opened, individuals with disabilities can play competitive sports at Olympic levels. Combines a thriller sports story with an educational message. Dramatic action centers on the quest of the Indy Thunder team to win their second World Championship. The film follows the team members and their coach, Darnell Booker, as they come together as a family. It reveals a nuanced world that involves the full range of accomplishments and engagements of the individuals portrayed. A spirited, humanistic, sports story operating on many levels of entertainment and social significance.